Human Remains Found Near Taylor Swift's Rhode Island Home
Authorities are investigating a startling find: human remains in Rhode Island. A leg bone was found along a beach path in the upscale Watch Hill neighborhood of Westerly.
The path extends off Everett Avenue, just a short walk from the iconic Taylor Swift mansion perched above the ocean.
The discovery, made on Wednesday, has caught the attention of locals and national media but, despite the buzz, investigators say foul play is not suspected.
Human Remains Discovered Near Taylor Swift's Rhode Island Mansion
The Watch Hill discovery happened in one of the most exclusive areas of Rhode Island, a coastal enclave known for its celebrity residents and luxury real estate. Just down the road is Ocean House, a lavish resort that draws visitors year-round.
But, this week, it wasn’t the ocean views or spa treatments that were grabbing headlines. It was the Everett Avenue remains, quietly transferred to the Rhode Island Medical Examiner for analysis.
The identity of the individual and the cause of death are still unknown. Until the Medical Examiner completes their work, most of the details remain up in the air.
For now, officials are being cautious with what they release. The Westerly police investigation is ongoing, but the department has yet to comment. State police have also remained tight-lipped.
Context: A Series of Unsettling Discoveries
This is not an isolated case. Since March, thirteen sets of human remains have been found in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
That includes five in Massachusetts, five in Connecticut, and now three in Rhode Island. The majority of the victims have been women, many over the age of 45, and several bodies remain unidentified.
Online speculation about a potential serial killer has been rampant, fueled by the growing body count and eerie proximity of the cases. But, law enforcement isn’t ready to go there yet.
Former FBI agent Scott Duffey weighed in earlier this month, noting that there’s simply not enough public information to draw any solid conclusions. “From what I’ve seen or heard, not enough is being put out there, so we’ll continue to create that serial killer idea,” he said. Still, he emphasized that nothing currently points to a serial killer at work.
What Happens Next
Right now, the focus is squarely on the forensic work being done by the Rhode Island Medical Examiner, who will determine more about who the person was and how they died. Without signs of violence or trauma, it may be some time before we have clear answers.
Though many questions remain, one thing is certain: when human remains in Rhode Island are found near one of the most recognizable celebrity homes in the country, it’s going to make headlines.
For now, the case stands as another mysterious chapter in an already tense season across southern New England. Whether it’s an unfortunate coincidence or part of a larger pattern, we’ll be watching closely as the Westerly police investigation unfolds.